In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Host of House of Bricks, Adam House.  Adam has launched five businesses in different sectors. Each had its own set of challenges and rewards. His experiences have taught him that resilience is the cornerstone of lasting success. For Adam, failure is not a defeat but a vital part of the learning curve. He views every setback as a chance to strengthen the foundation for future projects. Learning from failures is a lesson Adam values . He sees these moments not as obstacles but as signposts leading to improved strategies and robust business models. He believes in leveraging these lessons to ensure that subsequent steps are better informed and have a higher chance of success. As a leader, Adam understands the importance of making quick choices. He must avoid distractions that can ruin focus. He recognizes that leadership is dynamic, requiring agility, strategy, and empathy. The capacity to adapt to new trends and foresee challenges distinguishes exceptional leaders. At House of Bricks, Adam can work with clients. He helps them build a strong base for their businesses. He assists them in becoming exit-ready, which involves detailed planning and execution. Adam guides his clients through this journey. He prepares them to scale and grow when it's best. Key Points from the Episode: Adam House's entrepreneurial impact Lessons from starting five businesses Leadership trends and challenges Working with clients for exit-ready businesses Treating life's experiences as building blocks About Adam House: Adam House Sr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, former professional basketball player, and team co-owner, boasting a remarkable 25-year career. As the founder of multiple successful companies, he brings a wealth of real-world business experience. Adam is recognized for his achievements in starting, growing, operating, and selling businesses across various industries. His professional journey is grounded in values like faith, family, and personal interests, significantly influencing his accomplishments. As a business advisor, Adam is committed to assisting others in navigating the intricacies of daily challenges, from operational management to sales strategies and handling unpredictable situations.  Adam's coaching philosophy prioritizes the importance of avoiding shortcuts and focuses on providing blueprints for building a strong business foundation. With a dedication to sharing valuable business principles, Adam is eager to empower others with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve their goals, making him an inspiring figure for aspiring and established entrepreneurs. About House of Bricks:​​ House of Bricks guides businesses through the critical growth phases, drawing on a successful history of launching, scaling, and exiting companies. Recognizing the binary nature of business development—either growing or declining—the firm offers expertise in establishing solid foundations to accelerate growth, gain a competitive edge, optimize resource utilization, and enhance enterprise value. House of Bricks involves providing clients with comprehensive blueprints for building robust foundations and expediting business growth. Founder's personal experiences of starting businesses from scratch underscore the company's mission. Balancing roles as a husband, father, and entrepreneur, the founder strongly emphasizes faith, family, and fitness.  House of Bricks operates with a purpose: to unlock clients' full potential and facilitate their individual successes by ensuring a solid foundation, reflecting a commitment to making success achievable for those they collaborate with. Tweetable Moments: 01:22 - "I've built my career through failing over and over again and never giving up, and now I want to inspire and empower other entrepreneurs to do the same." 03:12 - "Every time I ask myself these four words: 'What did I learn?' If you learn from everything, then failure doesn't exist." 14:25 - "Your best feedback is going to come from your customers. If you can get an MVP to market and get a couple of beta customers, that's key." Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out House of Bricks website at https://www.adamhousesr.com/ Check out House of Bricks on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/adam-house-sr-executive-coaching-expert/ Check out Adam House on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhousesr/ Check out Adam House on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088859781549 Check out Adam House on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/housestronglife/ Check out Adam House on Twitter at https://twitter.com/velocitudeceo More from UpMyInfluence: We are actively booking guests for our The Thoughtful Entrepreneur. Schedule HERE. Are you a 6-figure consultant? I’ve got high-level intros for you. Learn more here. What is your #1 Lead Generation BLOCKER? Take my free quiz here. Want to learn more about all the podcasts managed by UpMyInfluence? Opt in here.